In 2010, the alt-rock band went on hiatus, leaving members Dan Haigh and Alex Westaway with a collection of vintage synthesizers and a deep-seated obsession with 80s cinematic grit. This creative redirection led to the birth of

Gunship – Gunship (2015) [FLAC]

Genre: Synthwave / Retro Wave / Darksynth
Format: FLAC (Lossless, 16-bit / 44.1kHz)
Source: CD / WEB
Year of Release: 2015 (Original: 2015)

Key tracks (highlights)

• “Tech Noir” — An instant hymn for the genre: soaring chorus, memorable synth lead, and lyrical imagery straight out of a neon-drenched noir.
• “Fly For Your Life” — Up-tempo and cinematic, it pairs driving rhythms with triumphant hooks.
• “Dark All Day” (feat. Tim Cappello & Indiana) — A darker, brooding cut with a guest sax that tips a hat to the era’s dramatic flourishes.
• “The Mountain” — A slower, more reflective piece showcasing the band’s range and melodic sensibility.

release preserves the "immaculate" soundstage, capturing the warmth of the synths and the weight of the dramatic drum patterns without the compression found in standard streaming formats. Genre-Bending